Geotechnical Design Guidelines

Geotechnical Design Guidelines are technical instructions used by engineers to ensure that structures like buildings, bridges, and dams are safely constructed on or within the ground. They consider soil and rock properties, stability, drainage, and load capacity to prevent issues like sinking, sliding, or collapsing. These guidelines help determine the best foundation types, earthworks, and ground improvements, ensuring durability and safety while optimizing costs. Ultimately, they serve as a framework to assess risks and design reliable infrastructure capable of withstanding environmental and load conditions.